Save the Date!

Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 8 AM–Noon | Homewood Central Park

Could this BE any more exciting?! Join us for the 16th Annual Mutt Strut on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Homewood Central Park! Birmingham’s favorite dog-friendly 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run is going full ’90s with a Friends theme you won’t want to miss.

Break out your best flannel, channel your inner Rachel or Ross, and bring your furry lobster for a morning of fun, community, and wagging tails — all supporting Hand in Paw’s life-changing Animal-Assisted Therapy programs. Runners, walkers, dogs on leashes, and kids of all ages welcome!

Costume contest, race awards, and good vibes guaranteed. Register today!

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A Look Back at Mutt Strut 2025

The 15th Annual Mutt Strut was a totally tubular success! With leg warmers on paws and neon spandex in full swing, hundreds of humans and hounds turned Homewood Central Park into an 80s fitness fantasy. Thanks to your support, we raised more than $53,000 for Hand in Paw’s therapy programs — helping bring comfort, connection, and joy to those who need it most. Huge thanks to Creative Dog Training for leading the charge as our Presenting Sponsor, and to every sponsor, donor, vendor, volunteer, and participant who made the day so special.